Managed Data Service Azure Consultant Architect

About Sopra Steria
Sopra Steria, a major Tech player in Europe with 56,000 employees in nearly 30 countries, is recognized for its consulting, digital services and software development. It helps its clients drive their digital transformation and obtain tangible and sustainable benefits. The Group provides end-to-end solutions to make large companies and organizations more competitive by combining in-depth knowledge of a wide range of business sectors and innovative technologies with a fully collaborative approach. Sopra Steria places people at the heart of everything it does and is committed to putting digital to work for its clients in order to build a positive future for all. In 2023, the Group generated revenues of €5.8 billion.
The world is how we shape it.

We are looking for a Data Architect (level 3) to lead multiple data development squads

1. Design and implement end-to-end Azure data solutions, including data ingestion, storage, processing, and visualization.
2. Architect data platforms using Azure services such as Azure Data Factory (ADF), Azure Synapse, Azure Databricks (ADB), Azure SQL Database, Azure Hyperscale, and PySpark.
3. Designing data models and schemas to support business requirements and analytical insights.
4. Experience in working with ETL tools like design and maintain data pipelines using Azure Data Factory for seamless data integration and migration.
5. Develop and optimize SQL queries for ETL processes.
6. Experience in defining approach for automated unit and integration testing
7. Development experience in Azure services such as Azure Functions, Logic Apps, Azure Storage, Azure Monitor, Azure Event Hub
8. Knowledge of CI/CD concepts and experience with tools like Azure DevOps, Gitlab or GitHub Actions
9. Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into technical solutions.
10. Provide technical leadership and guidance to the data engineering team.
11. Stay updated on emerging Azure technologies and best practices in data architecture.
12. Stay current with industry trends, making recommendations as available to help keep the environment operating at it optimum while minimizing waste and maximizing investment.
13. Create and update the documentation to facilitate cross-training and troubleshooting
14. Strong expertise in all aspects of Azure services with a focus on data engineering & BI reporting.
15. Experience in data modelling, data warehousing, and business intelligence concepts.
16. Proven track record of designing and implementing scalable and robust data solutions.
17. Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.

Total Experience Expected: 10-14 years

B. Tech. with overall around 15 years of IT Experience & minimum 3 years as an Azure Data Architect

Might require travel to Netherlands

At our organization, we are committed to fighting against all forms of discrimination. We foster a work environment that is inclusive and respectful of all differences.

All of our positions are open to people with disabilities.